Melinda French Gates is pledging to match up to $1 million in contributions to two nonprofit organizations on GivingTuesday, an annual fundraising event for charities. The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, an early supporter of GivingTuesday, hopes to inspire people to give back. Last year, donors contributed an estimated $3.1 billion on GivingTuesday, despite a decrease in participation. Matches like French Gates’ encourage giving and emphasize that philanthropy is not limited to the ultra wealthy. French Gates is supporting two organizations – Vote Mama Foundation, which aids mothers in political roles, and the Rosalynn Carter Institute for Caregivers, advocating for caregivers. The organizations have 10 days to raise funds, which will be matched through the nonprofit crowdfunding platform Every.org. French Gates has also made significant commitments to supporting women and families, pledging $1 billion over two years. Her advocacy includes paid family leave, childcare affordability, and support for caregivers. French Gates remains committed to her values and advancing equity despite her divorce from Bill Gates. The Associated Press, with funding from the Gates Foundation, covers philanthropy and nonprofits, providing insight on the impact of charitable giving. For more information on AP’s coverage of philanthropy, visit their dedicated hub.
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Melinda French Gates to Double GivingTuesday Donations with $1M Matching Gift for Women’s Support Organizations
